Spend the night in the Ötztal Valley—and continue on to the winter sports paradise of Sölden in the morning
Overnight Trip to the Ötztal Valley
The day is drawing to a close, while your journey to the Tyrolean mountains is just beginning: Take the Urlaubs-Express for a comfortable overnight ride to the Ötztal train station, the gateway to one of Austria’s most famous winter sports valleys. Instead of spending hours behind the wheel, you can sit back and kick off your winter vacation in style. The next morning, you’ll arrive in the Ötztal and be just a stone’s throw from your vacation destination. From the train station, take the public bus to Sölden and into the heart of the winter mountain landscape. Even on the way there, the mountains draw ever closer, and your anticipation for your first runs grows. In Sölden, high-alpine skiing fun awaits you, complete with modern facilities, cozy places to stop for a bite to eat, and a lively local community.
147 kilometers of slopes between the valley and the glacier
Sölden is one of Tyrol’s most famous ski resorts. With 147 kilometers of slopes, 31 lifts, and two glaciers, the resort spans an elevation range from approximately 1,350 to 3,340 meters. Wide slopes for leisurely days on the slopes are just as much a part of the experience as challenging runs and high-alpine trails for experienced winter sports enthusiasts.
A special highlight is the BIG3: Three peaks over 3,000 meters in the ski area are accessible by chairlifts and offer breathtaking views of the Ötztal Alps. In addition, there are the Rettenbach and Tiefenbach glaciers, as well as special attractions like the James Bond 007 ELEMENTS theme park on the Gaislachkogl. This means a day of skiing in Sölden can be planned differently every time.
Even off the slopes, Sölden is well-equipped to cater to winter sports enthusiasts. Restaurants, mountain huts, and numerous places to stop for a bite to eat ensure that the day doesn’t have to end after your final runs. At the same time, ski buses and public buses connect the various parts of the town and the Ötztal valley.
A place to meet on board: our UEX BordBistro
Our UEX BordBistro
Get in the mood for a ski vacation together.
Your vacation begins the very evening of your departure. In our UEX BordBistro, you can wind down comfortably on the first day of your trip and look forward to the days ahead in the mountains while enjoying a drink or a snack.
Meet other passengers, chat about slopes, ski resorts, and the most beautiful runs, or simply enjoy the special atmosphere of a night train journey to the Alps together.
Raise a glass, get to know each other, and enjoy the anticipation—while the Urlaubs-Express takes you to your winter vacation overnight.
More space thanks to the free ski compartment
Free Ski Compartment
Store Your Winter Sports Gear Conveniently
To ensure you can relax and enjoy your trip right from the start, we offer our winter sports guests a free ski compartment for skis and snowboards. This leaves more space in your own compartment for luggage and personal items.
Your winter sports equipment will be stored separately during the trip and is securely stowed away. This gives you more room to move around in the seating, reclining, or sleeping cars and makes traveling together even more enjoyable, especially for groups.
Would you like to plan your winter vacation in more detail before you leave? Our partner, Tirol Werbung, offers a wealth of practical information on tirol.at about your stay—from ski resorts, mountain railways, and ski passes to snow and weather conditions, as well as local transportation by bus and train. You’ll also find suggestions for day trips, winter activities, and plenty more information about St. Anton am Arlberg and Tyrol.